Ximu Shangpin Xinjiang Cuisine - Earth Pit Roasted Whole Lamb
新疆菜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 50 North, Intersection of Jinsui East Road and Tongtai Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Zhengzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 50 North, Intersection of Jinsui East Road and Tongtai Road. It is a 新疆菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Ding Ding Noodles Stir-Fry, Kashgar Roast Baozi, Hand-held Lamb.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Zhengzhou
- Category: 新疆菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 50 North, Intersection of Jinsui East Road and Tongtai Road
- Popular dishes: Ding Ding Noodles Stir-Fry, Kashgar Roast Baozi, Hand-held Lamb, Xinjiang Hand-Rice, Xinjiang Spicy麻 Chicken
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Dishes
Ding Ding Noodles Stir-FryDing Ding Noodles is a dish primarily made with noodles, vegetables, and meat. The noodles are cut into small pieces and stir-fried together with vegetables and meat, then seasoned and cooked until flavorful.
Kashgar Roast BaoziKashgar baked包子 is a specialty snack from Xinjiang, made primarily with lamb, green onions, and flour. The lamb is diced and mixed with green onions and seasoned, while the flour is fermented to make dough. The filling is wrapped in the dough and baked in a tandoor oven, resulting in a golden, crispy exterior and a savory, aromatic interior.
Hand-held LambHand-grabbed mutton is a dish primarily made with mutton, typically using tender leg or back meat. The preparation involves cleaning and cutting the mutton into pieces, then marinating it with spices before cooking it using specific methods such as boiling, steaming, or roasting until the meat becomes tender and juicy. It is commonly enjoyed by tearing it apart with hands, often accompanied by dipping sauces to enhance the flavor.
Xinjiang Hand-RiceXinjiang hand-pulled rice is a traditional Xinjiang dish made primarily with lamb, carrots, onions, and rice. First, the lamb is stewed until tender, then diced carrots and onions are stir-fried in the pot. Finally, the pre-soaked rice is added and cooked together until it absorbs the rich meat aroma and becomes soft and sticky.
Xinjiang Spicy麻 ChickenXinjiang Spicy麻 Chicken is a traditional Xinjiang dish primarily made with chicken. The preparation involves boiling the chicken until tender, shredding it into细 strips, and then mixing it with Sichuan pepper, chili, and other seasonings to create a unique numbing and spicy flavor.
Xinjiang Roast BunXinjiang baked包子 (baked buns) are made primarily from lamb, scallions, and flour. The lamb and scallions are mixed and seasoned as filling, then wrapped in dough and baked in a tandoor oven. The outer skin turns golden and crispy, while the inner filling is richly aromatic and flavorful.
Nut YogurtNutty Yogurt is a healthy and delicious beverage made from fresh yogurt blended with a variety of nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and cashews. Gently stirred to perfectly combine the nuts with the yogurt, it offers a rich texture—smooth like yogurt and crunchy from the nuts.
Lamb Skewers with Red WillowLamb skewers are made by threading meat (such as lamb or beef) onto red willow branches and grilling over charcoal. During the grilling process, the aroma of the red willow infuses into the meat, adding a unique flavor.
Spicy Lamb TrotterHulu Yangti is a dish featuring羊 feet as the main ingredient, simmered with various spices and seasonings after blanching to absorb flavors. Commonly includes chili, Sichuan pepper, ginger, scallions, and star anise for rich, layered taste.
Ximuyuan Original Lamb SkewersXimuyuan original lamb skewers are made with fresh lamb, marinated and grilled on bamboo sticks over charcoal. The meat is tender with a unique charcoal flavor.
Ximulao La TiaoXimulao La Tiao is a Chinese noodle dish made by stir-frying拉条 with vegetables and meat. The main ingredients include拉条, chicken or pork, green peppers, and onions. It has a chewy texture and a delicious taste.
Fried Meat NoodlesFried meat noodles is a noodle dish primarily made with noodles and pork. The pork is sliced thinly, deep-fried until golden and crispy, then mixed with cooked noodles and vegetables or other ingredients, and seasoned with调味料 to create a flavorful dish.